Almost All Packed up and Ready!???

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Discussion Overview

The thread revolves around preparations for an upcoming conference, including packing tips, travel experiences, and discussions about the weather in Chicago. Participants share personal anecdotes and express excitement about the event.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant discusses concerns about bringing travel-size toiletries in carry-on luggage and considers buying more at the hotel.
  • Several participants share information about TSA regulations regarding liquids in carry-on bags, emphasizing the need for items to be in quart-size zip-top bags.
  • One participant expresses excitement about packing snacks and inquires about the weather in Chicago, mentioning plans for lighter clothing.
  • Another participant confirms that a sweater or jacket will likely be useful during the conference and on the plane.
  • Some participants share their eagerness for the conference, with one noting they packed two months in advance.
  • Several users mention the variability of weather, with anecdotes about sudden changes in temperature and conditions in their respective locations.
  • Discussion about conference ribbons and buttons arises, with participants expressing interest in obtaining them and discussing their significance.
  • Some participants humorously engage in a conversation about posting activity and the playful competition around earning "ribbons" based on post counts.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the weather, with some participants emphasizing the heat and humidity while others note the potential for cooler temperatures. There is no clear consensus on packing strategies, as experiences and preferences vary.

Contextual Notes

The thread reflects a community of Pampered Chef consultants preparing for a conference, sharing personal experiences related to travel and event participation.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants preparing for the conference may find the shared experiences and tips relevant as they finalize their travel plans.

ROTFLMBO!!! Too funny Anne! I keep downloading all the smiley's and then a week later they are gone, my hubby keeps getting rid of them, don't ask me why, I don't remember his excuse. I just gave up and quit fighting him! He has his reasons and he's a computer genious, so I know he has his reasons! I know he's not doing it to be mean to me, he's told me why, I just don't remember, I was too busy pouting!:p :rolleyes:
 
I don't use the downlodable ones - take up too much room on the system and they can be infected with viruses, etc. If you go to planetsmilies.net or thesmilies.com you can pick one and just paste in the code to get it to appear here.

http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/party0023.gifYay!
 
guess I'll have to go play around in their sight! I did download form smiles.com. I just didn't realize you can copy a code and not download. That will work! I just need to find the time to go check it out, just not today, getting ready for a big show tonight and then another one tomorrow night. My host tonight was my very first 1000.00 show and my very first recruit!!! She sold with me for about 4 years! She normally has anywhere between 600.00 - 1000.00 shows, so I'm hoping!!! Then with my show tomorrow night I am praying for 3000.00 for June!! I want those products!!!!!! I think if I'm close, but not quite there, I'll call all my friends and beg them to order!!!!:o :rolleyes: :D
 
I'm trying the Smilies
 
Look- I got the one Laura used in her post:
multistars.gif


Of course, I cheated and looked at the source for the page to get it, and I'll never remember it. :rolleyes:
 
I am so jealous of you wave 1'ers! I am going to try and forget about the idea that you are going to know all of the new products 2 weeks before me! ;)
 
ah Jennifer, it will only be one week! they go on the 9th! They know exactly 1 week before us! I know, I'm jealous too! But just think of it like this, if they have any issues in the first 2 conferences, then they will have them worked out by the time we get there! Plus they are saving the best for last! Oh boy! Get ready, I'm going to hear it now!:D
 
So I am trying to see how many posts per minute I would need to do to get to a star. Can anyone say No Sleep!

I guess maybe I should shoot for being director and a star by Leadership. Ok, my goals are out there - ya'll heard 'em now I have to live up to them!!
 
So I am leaving for Florida on the 3rd or 4th, guess I should be getting it together so I have bags packed for the trip to Florida with conference packed as well. How many days again?

10 - 9 Yippee!!
 
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chefann said:
I don't use the downlodable ones - take up too much room on the system and they can be infected with viruses, etc. If you go to planetsmilies.net or thesmilies.com you can pick one and just paste in the code to get it to appear here.

http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/party0023.gifYay!
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OMG, I love this smilies pic, it cracks me UP:D !!!!
 
Back to the original post, I haven't even finished clothes shopping for NC, and I'm in Wave 1. I have my shirts, and "business casual" pants. I also have my red shoes for the banquet (Wizard of Oz something or other) but I don't have dressy pants for that. I won't pack until Sunday afternoon, and I'm sure I'll be running to the store on the weekend. Maybe, this will help me get to starting earlier. Good motivation and reminders. 4th of July activities are taking precedence right now. Making a trifle, salsa and guacamole. Showing off PC products, of course.
 
JAE said:
Back to the original post, I haven't even finished clothes shopping for NC, and I'm in Wave 1. I have my shirts, and "business casual" pants. I also have my red shoes for the banquet (Wizard of Oz something or other) but I don't have dressy pants for that. I won't pack until Sunday afternoon, and I'm sure I'll be running to the store on the weekend. Maybe, this will help me get to starting earlier. Good motivation and reminders. 4th of July activities are taking precedence right now. Making a trifle, salsa and guacamole. Showing off PC products, of course.
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You must be in Becky's cluster and in Yvonne's banquet...yes, Wizard of Oz. :)
 
janetupnorth said:
You must be in Becky's cluster and in Yvonne's banquet...yes, Wizard of Oz. :)
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Not technically my cluster - but I've told her we will adopt her.....she's in the same downline as us though Janet.....so we are all related!:D

(and we went and bought our red shoes together - that was fun!)

And JAE - just answered your email!:D
 
Fun! :)

Hey Becky - do you guys get pillow presents at banquet from Yvonne too or does she just do that for her first line?
 
Can I make a suggestion? I put all of my meds/toiletries in my suitcase ast time I traveled except for my prescription meds. I put them all in ziplock bags some in doubled bags so they wouldn't leak. It make it SOOO much easier to get through security.

And, as an aside, I always used to put all of my stuff in the ziplock bags, so when the gov't made the announcement, my husband joked, saying that TSA guy ratted on you and now the whole gov't is making everyone do the ziploc bags. LOL
 
Just a note due to recent events this weekend in Great Britian. My dad coming home from Chicago (Midway) yesterday had his SAMPLE SIZE toothpaste taken from him! Check the tsa website right before you go to see if there are any changes and/or updates. It just might be worth checking your bags this time instead of being forced to throw away the toiletries and getting new ones once you get to Chicago.
 
janetupnorth said:
Fun! :)

Hey Becky - do you guys get pillow presents at banquet from Yvonne too or does she just do that for her first line?
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I've never gotten a pillow present from Yvonne. My director did it a couple years - but last year she didn't.......but then, she had a new baby with her at conference last year, so probably wasn't thinking about pillow presents too much!
 
I am packing all of my toiletries in my suitcase that is being checked ... I am not dealing with it at security check in.
 
I don't want to deal with security. I might get a bit rough with anyone trying to take my mousse. I am going to pack all of mine too. Less to carry.
 
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I am soo ready to go, my bag is at the door Hee-hee!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
I've never gotten a pillow present from Yvonne. My director did it a couple years - but last year she didn't.......but then, she had a new baby with her at conference last year, so probably wasn't thinking about pillow presents too much!
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Must be just first line then or it would get too expensive!
 
heat123 said:
I am soo ready to go, my bag is at the door Hee-hee!
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OKAY I leave before you do by a couple of days and I haven't even packed yet....... OY THEY!!!!! :rolleyes:
 
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